Reporting and Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Quiz

Test your knowledge on recognizing child abuse & neglect. Learn signs, legal responsibilities, and prevention methods. Be informed to protect children.

#1

What is considered child abuse?

Physical harm or injury inflicted on a child by a parent or caregiver
Disciplining a child for misbehavior
Verbal disagreement with a child
Sending a child to bed without dinner
#2

What is one common sign of child neglect?

Having a messy room
Frequent bruises and injuries
Regularly missing school
Eating too much candy
#3

What is the most common age group for child abuse and neglect?

Infants
Teenagers
Adults
Middle-aged individuals
#4

What is one psychological effect of child abuse and neglect?

Increased self-esteem
Decreased likelihood of substance abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Improved academic performance
#5

What is the definition of child neglect?

Failure to provide basic needs such as food, shelter, and medical care
Physical harm inflicted on a child by a parent or caregiver
Yelling at a child for misbehavior
Ignoring a child's requests for toys
#6

Which agency is typically responsible for investigating reports of child abuse and neglect in the United States?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Department of Child Protective Services (CPS)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
#7

What is the role of mandatory reporters in reporting child abuse and neglect?

To report any suspected abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities
To confront the suspected abuser directly
To keep the suspicion confidential and not report it
To take matters into their own hands and investigate further
#8

What is the term used to describe a situation where a child is left alone or without proper supervision?

Isolation
Negligence
Abandonment
Exclusion
#9

Which of the following is an example of emotional abuse?

Providing inadequate supervision
Constantly criticizing or belittling a child
Leaving a child unattended in a car
Allowing a child to watch inappropriate movies
#10

What is the legal responsibility of adults who work with children in many states regarding reporting child abuse and neglect?

To report suspected abuse or neglect to law enforcement
To ignore any suspicion of abuse or neglect
To confront the suspected abuser directly
To avoid getting involved
#11

Which of the following is NOT a form of child maltreatment recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?

Physical abuse
Emotional abuse
Exposure to violent video games
Sexual abuse
#12

What is one way to prevent child abuse and neglect?

Promoting positive parenting practices
Increasing corporal punishment
Encouraging strict discipline
Decreasing access to education
#13

What should be done if someone suspects child abuse or neglect?

Report the suspicion to the appropriate authorities
Keep the suspicion to oneself
Confront the suspected abuser directly
Ignore the situation
#14

What is one barrier to reporting child abuse and neglect?

Fear of legal consequences
Lack of awareness about reporting procedures
Strong social support networks
Trust in the abuser
#15

Which of the following actions can be considered psychological maltreatment?

Encouraging a child's interests and hobbies
Providing consistent discipline
Ignoring a child's emotional needs
Supporting a child's academic achievements

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